**Description:** At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. The Event Planning Manager's primary focus is servicing Sale bookings. This position acts as the liaison between Meeting Planners and the hotel staff. Responsibilities include: administering the Sales agreement, detailing all Food, Beverage and A/V needs, managing room blocks and pick up, billing instructions and final review. Event Planning Managers also are the on-site contacts and are responsible for the smooth execution of all events. Salaried: The salary range for this position is $66,023-$82,503 **BENEFITS:** · Health Insurance Eligibility: _Available after 30 days of employment_ · 401(k) Eligibility: _Available after 30 days of employment_ · 401(k) Matching Contribution: _Eligible after 1 year of employment (limited match)_ · Monthly Fitness Membership Reimbursement: _Available up to a specified limit_ · Qualified Parking & Transportation Tax Exemption: _Subject to eligibility_ · Paid Time Off & Holidays: _Provided according to company policy_ **PERKS:** · Discounted Colleague Rate Room Nights: _Available based on room availability_ · Complimentary Room Nights: _Offered based on availability_ · Complimentary Meals: _Available in the colleague dining room_ **Qualifications:** + A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment + Refined verbal and written communication skills + A minimum of 1-3 years of hotel event sales/event planning or comparable experience preferred + Must be proficient in general computer knowledge + Candidates should be extremely detail oriented, organized and be able to handle a fast paced environment + Prefer two years hotel experience or completed Event Management trainee program + Prefer candidate has completed PSS or equivalent training **Primary Location:** US-IL-Chicago **Organization:** Hyatt Regency Chicago **Pay Basis:** Yearly **Job Level:** Full-time **Job:** Catering/Event Planning **Req ID:** CHI015389 Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.